Blake Hampton
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Reliable company and pilot car driver with experience transporting oversized loads, box trucks, and local deliveries. Maintains an incident-free record, completes pre-trip inspections, follows DOT rules, and communicates clearly with dispatch, truck drivers, flaggers, and clients to support safe, on-time service.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Pilot Car Driver
Innis Logistics
Atlanta, GA
10.2026 - Current
- Guided oversize load convoy using radio protocols and DOT signage to maintain legal clearances.
- Positioned pilot vehicle and set temporary traffic controls to protect wide loads during escorts.
- Identified and planned suitable routes, considering height, bridge, and lane restrictions to ensure safe travel and avoid delays.
- Planned escort routes using DOT maps and bridge-clearance data to avoid height conflicts.
- Inspected pilot vehicle lights, banners, and mounting hardware before departures to pass DOT checks.
- Conducted pre-trip vehicle inspections and secured escort signage to meet state regulations.
- Monitored traffic patterns and adjusted routes, achieving improved on-time deliveries and building customer trust.
- Coordinated with truck drivers and flaggers via two-way radio to synchronize safe lane shifts.
- Collaborated with logistics teams to streamline processes, leading to noticeable improvements in delivery accuracy and reduced costs.
- Communicated effectively to ensure timely deliveries, fostering strong client relationships and improving service satisfaction.
Box Truck Driver (OTR)
Kids Artistic Revue
Las Vegas, Nevada
01.2021 - Current
- Safely operate the box truck, which can range from smaller 10-12 foot trucks to larger 26-foot models. Navigate routes efficiently while adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
- Executed timely deliveries of production equipment, achieving zero damage and boosting customer satisfaction through dependable service.
- Transported production equipment and oversized shipments without incident.
- Secured equipment using strapping and bracing techniques to protect valuable assets during long-haul transports.
- Maintain logs of driving hours, mileage, and any issues encountered with the vehicle. This is essential for regulatory compliance and for tracking operational efficiency.
- Monitored vehicle performance metrics and conducted routine maintenance checks, improving operational efficiency and minimizing downtime.
- Maneuvered various vehicles in tight spaces to enhance operational efficiency. on lots with obstacles and limited space.
Graphic Designer/Videographer
Wave (Non Profit)
Atlanta, Georgia
06.2018 - Current
- Pre-Production: Planning and Scripting: Work with clients or teams to understand the vision and objectives. Develop scripts or outlines and plan the shot list, locations, and any necessary equipment.
- Operated video cameras and equipment to capture high-quality footage, setting up shots, managing lighting and sound, and directing subjects to align with creative vision.
- Edited footage using video editing software to create a cohesive final product by cutting, rearranging, and enhancing clips, while integrating music, text, and effects for enhanced viewer engagement.
- Color Correction and Sound Design: Adjust color settings and audio levels to ensure the final video is polished and professional.
- Equipment Management: Use and maintain various types of equipment such as cameras, microphones, lighting gear, and stabilizers.
- Distribution: Format and Export: Prepare the video in the required formats for different platforms or media.
- Delivered final products to clients, incorporating their feedback through revisions to ensure alignment with their vision and objectives.
Driver
Dyron Transportations
Atlanta
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while ensuring passenger safety and comfort during transportation.
- Executed timely deliveries across regional routes, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction and driving repeat business.
- Executed timely deliveries across regional routes, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and encouraging repeat business.
- Monitored vehicle performance metrics to enable proactive maintenance, minimizing downtime and ensuring reliable service.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to streamline route planning, improving travel times and achieving fuel savings.
- Implemented a digital tracking system for real-time updates, improving transparency and client trust in service reliability.
Creative Director
BizLaunch
Atlanta, GA
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Vision and Concept Development: Developed overall look and feel of projects by conceptualizing themes, styles, and narratives that aligned with brand and project goals.
- Creative Guidance: Led direction and feedback for team, refining ideas and ensuring final outputs met established creative standards.
- Facilitated teamwork among designers, artists, and marketers to align project vision.: Work closely with designers, artists, marketers, and other professionals. Effective communication and collaboration are essential to ensure everyone is aligned with the vision.
- Trend Analysis: Staying updated with industry trends and understanding what resonates with your target audience is crucial. This helps in creating innovative and relevant designs.
- Project Management: Managed balance between creative vision and practical constraints, ensuring projects completed efficiently within budgets and timelines while upholding quality.
- Problem-Solving: Addressing challenges and finding creative solutions is a big part of the job. While remaining adaptable and resourceful.
Driver
HelloFresh
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Delivered boxed meals to customers across metro Atlanta, ensuring timely service and customer satisfaction.
- Operated vehicles safely to maintain accident-free record and ensure safe transport of goods.
- Maneuvered diverse vehicles through complex lots, navigating obstacles and limited space to facilitate efficient operations.
- Secured equipment with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
Courier/Delivery Driver
UPS (Seasonal)
Atlanta, Georgia
- Transport products to customer locations in a timely and safe manner.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with products, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries.
- Completed and submitted product tracking paperwork, maintaining precise records for accountability.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN12-2010
Class A License -
Katlaw Trucking
Austell, GASkills
- Vehicle Operation
- Box Truck
- Route Planning
- Load Securing
- Report Preparation
- Time Management
- Oral Communication
- Written Communication
- Team Collaboration
Personal Information
Title: Driver | Stage Production | Media Production | Pilot Escort Driver
Timeline
Pilot Car Driver
Innis Logistics
10.2026 - Current
Driver
Dyron Transportations
11.2024 - 08.2025
Creative Director
BizLaunch
08.2023 - 07.2025
Driver
HelloFresh
08.2023 - 02.2024
Box Truck Driver (OTR)
Kids Artistic Revue
01.2021 - Current
Graphic Designer/Videographer
Wave (Non Profit)
06.2018 - Current
Courier/Delivery Driver
UPS (Seasonal)
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Class A License -
Katlaw Trucking